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The daily rate calculation converts an annual salary into a daily rate based on 260 working days per year. This is commonly used for contract work, freelancing, and temporary employment arrangements.
The calculator uses the daily rate formula:
Where:
Explanation: This calculation assumes a standard work year of 260 days (52 weeks × 5 days per week), excluding weekends and standard holidays.
Details: Calculating daily rates is essential for contract negotiations, project budgeting, comparing job offers, and understanding the daily value of your work. It helps both employers and employees establish fair compensation for daily work.
Tips: Enter your annual salary in your local currency. The calculator will automatically divide by 260 working days to provide your daily rate. Ensure the annual salary is a positive number.
Q1: Why 260 working days?
A: 260 days represents the standard number of working days in a year (52 weeks × 5 days per week), excluding weekends and standard holidays.
Q2: Can I use a different number of working days?
A: Yes, for different work arrangements, you can adjust the denominator. Some calculations use 220-250 days depending on holiday allowances.
Q3: Does this include benefits and bonuses?
A: This calculation typically uses base salary only. For total compensation including benefits and bonuses, add those amounts to the annual salary first.
Q4: Is this suitable for part-time work?
A: For part-time work, calculate the daily rate based on the equivalent full-time annual salary, then adjust for actual hours worked.
Q5: How accurate is this for contract work?
A: This provides a good baseline, but contract rates often include additional factors like overhead, profit margin, and specific industry standards.